Republic of Ireland down to 55th in FIFA world rankings
The Republic of Ireland have dropped to 55th in the latest FIFA world rankings following their two Euro 2024 qualifier defeats to France and the Netherlands this month.
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Siya Kolisi: Breakdown battle and discipline key in 'as big as it gets' clash against Ireland
South Africa's Rugby World Cup Pool B clash with Ireland in Paris on Saturday is as big as it gets according to captain Siya Kolisi, while coach Jacques Nienaber knew their 7:1 bench "innovation" would get a negative response.
How the new UEFA Women's Nations League impacts Ireland's Euro 2025 hopes
The fallout from the end of the Vera Pauw era continues to cast a long shadow but, on the pitch at least, Saturday will mark a fresh start for the Girls in Green when they take on Northern Ireland.
England rest Joe Root, Tom Kohler-Cadmore call-up to squad for ODIs against Ireland
Joe Root is being rested for the remainder of England's One-Day International (ODI) series against Ireland, with wicketkeeper-batter Tom Kohler-Cadmore replacing the former captain.
Phehlukwayo, Williams called up to Proteas' Cricket World Cup squad
Andile Phehlukwayo and Lizaad Williams have been called up to the Proteas' Cricket World Cup squad.
James Ryan braced for titanic Etzebeth battle
Ireland vice-captain James Ryan is determined to impose himself on South Africa's formidable pack as he prepares to go toe to toe with the world-class talents of Eben Etzebeth.
AFLW salaries to increase by 29%, season extended
Players in the women's top flight of Australian Rules football (AFLW) will receive immediate pay rises and the length of their season will also increase under a new joint collective bargaining agreement with men's players was agreed. . AFLW players will receive a 29% pay rise effective immediately, with the average wage increasing to A$82,000 (€49,436) by the time the deal ends in 2027, up from the current A$46,000 (€27,733).